your washing machine intended use preparation washing
TRANSCRIPT
1 2 3 4 5 6
SelectStart/Pause– 90 °C Temp. (°C) Select the temperature ( = cold)
– 1400 * rpm ( ) Select the spin speed (* depending on model) or (rinse stop = without final spin, the washing remains in the water after the last rinse cycle).
1 – 24 h Ready in ( ) Programme ends in ...
Status displays Programme progress displays:
- - Washing, Rinse, Spin, programme duration or end (- -)
Programme selectorDisplay panel/Option buttons
Start/Pause
Additional functions
Sorting and inserting the washingFollow manufacturer’s care information!
According to the information on the care labels.According to type; colour; soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load. Page 7
Follow important instructions. Page 6
Insert large and small items of washing!Close the washing machine door.
Do not jam items of washing between the washing machine door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care productDose according to:
amount of washing, soiling, water hardness (available from your water utility company) andmanufacturer’s instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:Pour liquid detergent into corresponding dispenser and place in drum.
Caution when opening the detergent drawer while the appliance is running!
Important information Before using your washing machine for the first time
Do not put any washing in the washing machine! Turn the tap on. Pour into dispenser II:– Approx. 1 litre water.– Detergent (dosage according to manufacturer’s instructions for light soiling and according to degree of water
hardness).– Set programme selector to Easy-Care 60 °C and select Start/Pause.
At the end of the programme set the programme selector to Off.
Protecting the washing and the machine
– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's instructions.– Empty pockets.– Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).– Wash delicates in the net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).– Close zips, button up covers.– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.– Remove curtain fittings or include in the net/bag.
Insert laundry
Insert large and small items of washing!Do not jam items of washing between the washing machine door and rubber seal.
Washing with different degrees of soiling
Wash new items separately.
Light Do not prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Eco+ additional function.
Heavy Load less washing. Select programme with Prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Eco+ additional function.
Soaking Load washing of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispenser II according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and select Start/Pause. After approx. 10 minutes select Start/Pause to stop the programme.
After the required soaking time reselect Start/Pause if the programme is to be continued or change the programme.
Starching Washing should not be treated with fabric softener.
Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes. Pour starch into the fabric softener dispenser according to manufacturer’s specifications (if required clean beforehand).
Dyeing/Bleaching
Dye in household quantities only. Salt may attack stainless steel! Observe specifications of the dye manufacturer! Do not bleach washing in the washing machine!
Emergency release e.g. if power failure occurs
The programme continues running when the power supply is restored. If the washing is still to be removed, the door can be opened as described below:
Risk of scalding!Detergent solution and washing may be hot. If required, leave to cool down. Do not reach into the drum in case it is still rotating. Do not open the door if you can still see water through the glass.
1. Set programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.2. Removing base strip see separate installation instructions.3. Drain the water. Page 104. Pull down emergency release with a tool and release.
Door can then be opened.5. Attaching base strip see separate installation instructions.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) Page 9
Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine Intended use
Contents Page
Intended use........................................................................................................................... 1
Programmes........................................................................................................................... 1
Selecting and adjusting a programme ............................................................................. 3
Washing...............................................................................................................................3/4
After washing ......................................................................................................................... 4
Individual settings.................................................................................................................. 5
Important information .......................................................................................................... 6
Emergency lock release ...................................................................................................... 6
Overview of programmes .................................................................................................... 7
Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 8
Consumption values ............................................................................................................. 8
Insert for liquid detergent.................................................................................................... 9
Care .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Information on the display panel ....................................................................................... 9
Information on blockage................................................................................................... 10
What to do if …..................................................................................................................... 11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips– Utilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular programme.
– Wash normally soiled washing without prewash.Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy consumption.
– The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing results.
– Measure detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions and water hardness.
– If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation Before using your washing machine for the first timewash once without any washing. Page 6
Setting programmes 1
2
Washing
Dispenser : Fabric softener, starch
Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash
for use in the household only,
for washing machine-washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor,
to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing machine!
– Children and uninstructed persons must not use the washing machine!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine!
– Switch on washing machine only with base strip attached
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water. Prevents blockage of the overflow.
Detergent drawers with dispensers I, II,
Fascia
Door handle
Emergency lock release
Door
Correct installation according to separate installation instructions.
Checking the machine– Never switch on a damaged machine!
– Inform your customer service!
Insert mains plug– With dry hands only!
– Take hold of the plug only!
Turn on the tap
Additional functions and option buttons Individual settings, Page 5
Washing
End of programme when ...... - - is indicated on the display panel.
Terminating the programmeFor programmes at high temperature:
– Cool washing: select Rinse.
– Select Start/Pause.
For programmes at low temperature:
– Select Spin or Drain.
– Select Start/Pause.
Change programme if ...... you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
– Reselect programme.
– Select Start/Pause.The new programme starts from the beginning.
Cancel Programme– Select Start/Pause.
– If required, top up washing (do not leave door open for a long time – water from the washing could run out of the open door).
– Select Start/Pause.
Individual settingsOption buttons
You can change the spin speed and temperature beforehand and while the selected programme is running. Effects dependent on the programme progress.
Temp.°C
You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature which can be selected depends on the set programme.
(rpm=Spin speed, revolutions per minute)/ (Rinse stop = without final spin)
You can change the indicated spin speed or select (rinse stop = without final spin cycle, washing remains in the water after the last rinse cycle). The selectable maximum spin speed depends on the model and the selected programme.
Ready in
The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The programme start can be delayed before the programme begins. The (Ready in) time can be set in hour steps up to maximum 24h.Keep pressing the (Ready in) button until the required number of hours is indicated (h=hour). Select Start/Pause. Settings cannot be made when the programme has started.
Additional functions Overview of programmes, Page 7
Eco+ Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature while achieving a consistent washing result.
The washing temperature is lower than the selected temperature. For special hygiene requirements, the Allergy+ programme is recommended.
Prewash For heavily soiled washing. Prewash at 30 °C.
Reduced Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin at reduced spin speed. Residual moisture of the washing slightly increased.
Aqua Plus Increased water level. Additional rinse cycle. Longer programme duration. For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing result.
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programme.
Signal
2. Set volume for ...
set to 1 step to right select andhold
+ 1 step to right
set to direct
... Button signals ... Information
set volume * 1 step to right set volume ** If required, select repeatedly
1. Activate setting mode for signal volume
release
If the Option buttons are touched for longer, the selected options will run automatically!
3
ProgrammesFor detailled overview of programmes Page 7.
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually irrespective of the selected programme and programme progress.
Cottons hard-wearing textiles
Cottons hard-wearing textiles
Easy-Care for easy-care textiles
Mixed Load different types of washing
Delicates/Silk for easy-care, washable textiles
Wool hand/machinewashable textiles
Rinse with subsequent spin cycle
Spin extra spin with variable spin speed
Drain the rinsing water when is activated (rinse stop = without final spin)
Gentle Spin washing washed by hand; gentler spin cycle
Super Quick extra short programme
Power Wash hard-wearing textiles
Allergy+ Hard-wearing fabrics; longer washing and rinsing at a higher water level for particularly sensitive skin
Sportswear textiles made of microfibres
Dark Wash dark textiles
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Turn off tapNot required for Aqua-Stop models.
Information, Installation Instructions
Remove the washingOpen washing machine door and remove washing.
If (rinse stop = without final spin) active: Set programme selector to Drain or Spin. Select Start/Pause.
– Remove any foreign objects – risk of rusting.
– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate.
Congratulations – You have opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine is distinguished by its economical consumption of water and energy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Further information on our products, accessories, spare parts and services can be found at: www.bosch-home.com or contact our customer service centres.
Programme selector for switching the machine on and off and for selecting the programme. Can be rotated in either direction.
Detergent-solution pump
Drainage hose
7
Overv
iew
of
pro
gra
mm
es
Ob
serv
e ta
ble
of c
onsu
mp
tion
valu
es o
n P
age
8 a
nd in
stru
ctio
ns o
n P
age
6!
The
pro
gra
mm
es a
re ti
me-
cont
rolle
d fo
r lig
htly
soi
led
text
iles.
If te
xtile
s ar
e he
avily
soi
led
, red
uce
the
load
or
sele
ct a
dd
ition
al fu
nctio
n, e
.g.
Eco
+.
Whe
n w
ashi
ng a
t max
imum
load
usi
ng p
rog
ram
mes
mar
ked
with
*, a
lway
s se
lect
E
co+
ad
diti
onal
func
tion.
Irre
spec
tive
of th
e ty
pe
of w
ashi
ng,
Eas
y-C
are
40 °
C a
t max
. se
lect
able
sp
in s
pee
d is
bes
t sui
ted
as
a sh
ort
pro
gra
mm
e.P
rog
ram
mes
with
out P
rew
ash
– p
our
det
erg
ent i
nto
dis
pen
ser
II, p
rog
ram
mes
with
Pre
was
h –
div
ide
det
erg
ent b
etw
een
dis
pen
sers
I an
d II
.
Pro
gra
mm
es°C
max
.Ty
pe
of
was
hin
gA
dd
ito
nal
fu
nct
ion
s; in
form
atio
n
Co
tto
ns
– 9
0 °
C
7 k
g *
Har
d-w
eari
ng te
xtile
s, h
eat-r
esis
tant
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton
or li
nen
Eco
+,
Pre
was
h,
Red
uce
d Ir
on
ing
,Aq
ua
Plu
sC
ott
on
s –
60
°C
Alle
rgy+
– 6
0 °
C
Eco
+,
Pre
was
h,
Red
uce
d Ir
on
ing
,Aq
ua
Plu
sE
spec
ially
sui
tab
le fo
r inc
reas
ed h
ygie
nic
dem
and
s or
par
ticul
arly
sen
sitiv
e sk
in
on a
ccou
nt o
f pro
long
ed w
ashi
ng a
t a d
efin
ed te
mp
erat
ure,
with
a h
ighe
r w
ater
le
vel a
nd lo
nger
rin
sing
cyc
le
Po
wer
Was
h –
60
°C
5 k
gH
ard
wea
ring
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton
or b
lend
ed fa
bri
csT
ime-
cont
rolle
d p
rog
ram
me,
sho
rt p
rog
ram
me
for
norm
ally
soi
led
was
hing
Eas
y-C
are
– 6
0 °
C
3.5
kg
*
Eas
y-ca
re te
xtile
s m
ade
of c
otto
n, li
nen,
syn
thet
ic fi
bre
s or
b
lend
ed fa
bri
csE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
Mix
ed L
oad
– 4
0 °
CT
extil
es m
ade
of c
otto
n or
eas
y-ca
re te
xtile
sE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
Diff
eren
t typ
es o
f was
hing
can
be
was
hed
tog
ethe
r
Dar
k W
ash
– 4
0 °
CD
ark
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton
and
dar
k ea
sy-c
are
text
iles
Eco
+,
Pre
was
h,
Red
uce
d Ir
on
ing
,Aq
ua
Plu
sR
educ
ed r
inse
and
fina
l sp
in c
ycle
Del
icat
es/S
ilk –
40
°C
2 k
g
For
del
icat
e, w
asha
ble
text
iles,
e.g
. mad
e of
silk
, sat
in,
synt
hetic
fib
res
or b
lend
ed fa
bri
csE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
No
spin
cyc
le b
etw
een
the
rins
e cy
cles
Sp
ort
swea
r –
40
°C
Tex
tiles
for
outd
oor
wea
rE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
Wo
ol
– 4
0 °
CH
and
or
mac
hine
-was
hab
le w
ool o
r ri
ch-w
ool t
extil
esE
spec
ially
gen
tle w
ash
pro
gra
mm
e to
pre
vent
shr
inka
ge,
long
er p
rog
ram
me
pau
ses
(tex
tiles
res
t in
was
h liq
uor)
Su
per
Qu
ick
– 4
0 °
CE
asy-
care
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton,
line
n, s
ynth
etic
fib
res
or
ble
nded
fab
rics
Sho
rt p
rog
ram
me
app
rox.
15
min
utes
, su
itab
le fo
r lig
htly
soi
led
was
hing
Ad
dit
ion
al
pro
gra
mm
esR
inse
,S
pin
,D
rain
94
01
/ 9
00
09
58
47
1
*958471*
WIS
28
44
1G
B
Rob
ert B
osch
Hau
sger
äte
Gm
bH
Car
l-Wer
y-S
tr. 3
4
81
73
9 M
ünch
en/D
euts
chla
nd
8
Safety instructions– Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing
machine.
– Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric shock – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord!
– Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.
Danger to life On redundant appliances:
– Pull out the mains plug!
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing-machine door. This will prevent children from locking themselves in and suffocating.
Risk of suffocation – Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach of children.
Risk of poisioning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion – Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover/items of washing pretreated with solvent naphtha may result in an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine.Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand.
Risk of injury – Washing machine door may become very hot.
– Caution when draining hot detergent solution.
– Do not climb on the washing machine.
– Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
– Do not reach into the drum in case it is still rotating.
Consumption values
ProgrammeAdditonal function
Load Current** Water**Programme duration**
Cottons 20 °C - 7 kg 0,21 kWh 77 l 1 h
Cottons 40 °C* Eco+ 7 kg 0,78 kWh 77 l 2 h
Cottons 60 °C - 7 kg 1,30 kWh 77 l 1 h
Cottons 90 °C - 7 kg 2,26 kWh 90 l 2 h
Easy-Care 40 °C* Eco+ 3,5 kg 0,58 kWh 57 l 1 h
Delicates/Silk 30 °C - 2 kg 0,17 kWh 30 l h
Wool 30 °C - 2 kg 0,20 kWh 40 l h
* Programme setting for test according to currently valid European standard 60456.Information about comparability tests:
To test the test programmes, wash indicated load, with Eco+ additional function and at maximum selectable spin speed.
ProgrammeAdditonal function
LoadAnnual energy consumption
Annual water consumption
Cottons Eco+** 7/3.5 kg 220 kWh 11000 l
** Programme setting for testing and energy labelling according to directive 2010/30/EU with cold water (15 °C).***The values may deviate from the stated values depending on water pressure and hardness, room temperature, type and
amount of laundry, detergents used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected additional functions.
9
Insert for liquid detergent depending on model
Position insert for dosing liquid detergent:
– Completely remove detergent drawer. Page 10
– Push insert forwards.
Do not use insert (push upwards):
– For gel-like detergents and washing powders,
– For programmes with Prewash or (Ready in) option.
CareMachine housing, control panel
– Remove detergent residue immediately.
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
– Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
Clean the detergent drawer ...
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residue.
1. Pull out, depress insert, take out drawer all the way.
2. Take out insert: using your finger, press insert upwards.
3. Clean detergent dispenser and insert with water and a brush and dry.
4. Attach insert and lock into position (push cylinder onto guide pin).
5. Slide in the detergent dispenser.
Leave detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
Drum
Leave washing machine door open so that the drum can dry out.
Use chlorine-free cleaning agent, not steel wool.
Descaling No washing in the machine!
Not required if detergent dosed correctly. However, if this does occur, follow the instructions of the descaling agent manufacturer. Suitable descalers can be purchased on our website or from customer service.
Information on the display panel depending on model
: Close the washing machine door properly; washing may be caught.
: , Turn on tap fully, supply hose kinked/jammed; clean filter Page 10, water pressure too low.
: Drain pump blocked; clean drain pump. Page 10 Drainage hose/outlet pipe blocked; clean drainage hose on the siphon. Page 10
: Water in the base pan, appliance leaking. Call customer service!
: , , Motor fault. Call customer service. Installation Instructions
Other displays Switch off appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch on again. If the display is indicated again, call customer service. Installation Instructions
– Risk of electric shock! Pull out the mains plug!
– Risk of explosion! No solvents!
10
MaintenanceDetergent-solution pump
Set programme selector to Off , pull out the mains plug.
1. Take the drainage hose out of the holder. Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Put the closing cap back on the hose.
2. Carefully unscrew the pump cover (residual water).
3. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).
4. Reinsert and screw on pump cover. Handle is upright. Insert the drain hose into the holder.
To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next wash: Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Drain programme.
Drainage hose on the siphonSet programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.
1. Loosen hose clip, carefully remove drainage hose (residual water).
2. Clean drainage hose and siphon spigot.
3. Re-attach drainage hose and secure connection point with hose clip.
Filter in the water inlet hoseRisk of electric shock!Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains electric valve).
Release water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap!
2. Select any programme (except Spin/ Drain).
3. Select Start/Pause. Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds.
4. Turn the programme selector to Off. Pull out the mains plug.
Clean the filter:
5. Disconnect the hose from the water tap.Clean filter with small brush.
and/or for standard and Aqua-Secure models:
remove hose from the rear of the appliance,
take out filter with pliers and clean.
6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
Risk of scalding!– Allow detergent solution to cool down!
– Turn off the tap!
11
What to do if …Water is running out. – Correctly attach/replace drainage hose.
– Tighten screw-fitting on the supply hose.
Water not flowing in. Detergent not washed in.
– Start/Pause not selected?– Tap not open?– Filter blocked? Clean the filter. Page 10– Supply hose kinked or jammed?
Washing-machine door cannot be opened.
– Safety function active. Stop programme? Page 4– (rinse stop = without final spin) selected? Page 3, 4– Can be opened via emergency release only? Page 6
Programme does not start. – Start/Pause or (Ready in) time selected?– Door closed?
Detergent solution is not drained. – (rinse stop = without final spin) selected? Page 3, 4– Clean the drain pump. Page 10– Clean outlet pipe and/or drainage hose.
Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault – water below the visible area.
Spin result not satisfactory, washing wet/too damp.
– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system has stopped the spin cycle, washing unevenly distributed.Distribute small and large items of washing in the drum.
– Reduced Ironing selected? Page 5– Too low speed selected? Page 5
The programme duration changes during the wash cycle.
– Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the particular wash process. This may result in changes to the programme duration in the display field.
Spin cycle actuated several times.
– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbalance.
Residual water in the dispenser for care product .
– Not a fault – effect of the care product not impaired.– If required, clean insert. Page 9
Odour formation in the washing machine.
– Run Cottons 90 °C programme without washing. Use standard detergent.
Foam is coming out of the detergent drawer.
– Too much detergent used?Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre of water and pour into dispenser II(not for outdoor, sports and down-filled textiles!).
– Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
Loud noise formation, vibrations and “Wandering” during spin cycle.
– Appliance feet fixed? Secure appliance feet. Installation Instructions– Transportation protection devices removed?
Remove transportation protection devices. Installation Instructions
Noises during spin and drain cycles.
– Clean the drain pump. Page 10
Display panel/indicator lights do not function while the appliance is running.
– Power failure?– Fuse tripped? Switch on/replace fuse.– If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer service.
The programme takes longer than usual.
– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbalance by repeatedly distributing the washing.
– Not a fault – foam detection system active – a rinse cycle is switched on.
Detergent residue on the washing.
– Occasionally phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue.– Select Rinse or brush the laundry after washing.
In the pause status Start/Pause flashes very
quickly and a signal sounds.
– Water level too high. Washing cannot be reloaded. Immediately close washing machine door.
– Select Start/Pause to continue the programme.
If a fault cannot be rectified (switching the machine on and off) or a repair is required:
– Set programme selector to Off and pull out the mains plug.– Turn off the tap and call customer service. Installation Instructions
en operating instructions
Washing machineWIS28441GB
Observe the safety instructions on page 8
Read these instructions and the separate installation instructions before
operating the washing machine
1 2
– 90 °C Temp. (°C) Select the temperature (
– 1400 * rpm ( ) Select the spin speed (* depending on model) or without final spin, the washing remains in the water afterinse cycle).
1 – 24 h Ready in ( ) Programme ends in ...
Status displays Programme progress displays:
- - Washing, Rinse, Spin, programme duration or end (
Programme selectorDisplay panel/Option buttons
Start/Pause
Additional functions
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model) Page 9
Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, water softener, bleach, stain remover
Your washing machine Intended use
Contents Page
Intended use........................................................................................................................... 1
Programmes........................................................................................................................... 1
Selecting and adjusting a programme ............................................................................. 3
Washing...............................................................................................................................3/4
After washing ......................................................................................................................... 4
Individual settings.................................................................................................................. 5
Important information .......................................................................................................... 6
Emergency lock release ...................................................................................................... 6
Overview of programmes .................................................................................................... 7
Safety instructions................................................................................................................. 8
Consumption values ............................................................................................................. 8
Insert for liquid detergent.................................................................................................... 9
Care .......................................................................................................................................... 9
Information on the display panel ....................................................................................... 9
Information on blockage................................................................................................... 10
What to do if …..................................................................................................................... 11
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips– Utilise the maximum amount of washing for the particular programme.
– Wash normally soiled washing without prewash.Comparable cleaning result with significantly lower energy consumption.
– The selectable temperatures apply to the care labels on the textiles. The temperatures in the machine may deviate from this so that you get the optimum mix of energy-saving and washing results.
– Measure detergent according to the manufacturer’s instructions and water hardness.
– If the washing is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed according to the instructions of the dryer manufacturer.
Preparation
Dispenser : Fabric softener, starch
Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash
for use in the household only,
for washing machine-washable textiles and hand-washable wool in wash liquor,
to be operated with cold drinking water and commercially available detergents and care products which are suitable for use in washing machines.
– Do not leave children unattended near the washing machine!
– Children and uninstructed persons must not use the washing machine!
– Keep pets away from the washing machine!
– Switch on washing machine only with base strip attached
Correct installation according to separate installation instructions.
Checking the machine– Never switch on a damaged machine!
– Inform your customer service!
Insert mains plug– With dry hands only!
– Take hold of the plug only!
Turn on the tap
ProgrammesFor detailled overview of programmes Page 7.
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually irrespective of the selected programme and programme progress.
Cottons hard-wearing textiles
Cottons hard-wearing textiles
Easy-Care for easy-care textiles
Mixed Load different types of washing
Delicates/Silk for easy-care, washable textiles
Wool hand/machinewashable textiles
Rinse with subsequent spin cycle
Spin extra spin with variable spin speed
Drain the rinsing water when is activated (rinse stop = without final spin)
Gentle Spin washing washed by hand; gentler spin cycle
Super Quick extra short programme
Power Wash hard-wearing textiles
Allergy+ Hard-wearing fabrics; longer washing and rinsing at a higher water level for particularly sensitive skin
Sportswear textiles made of microfibres
Dark Wash dark textiles
Congratulations – You have opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance manufactured by Bosch. The washing machine is distinguished by its economical consumption of water and energy.
Each appliance which leaves our factory is inspected thoroughly to ensure that it functions properly and is in perfect condition.
Further information on our products, accessories, spare parts and services can be found at: www.bosch-home.com or contact our customer service centres.
3 4
SelectStart/PauseSelect the temperature ( = cold)
Select the spin speed (* depending on model) or (rinse stop = without final spin, the washing remains in the water after the last rinse cycle).
) Programme ends in ...
Status displays Programme progress displays:
Washing, Rinse, Spin, programme duration or end (- -)
Programme selector
Sorting and inserting the washingFollow manufacturer’s care information!
According to the information on the care labels.According to type; colour; soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed maximum load. Page 7
Follow important instructions. Page 6
Insert large and small items of washing!Close the washing machine door.
Do not jam items of washing between the washing machine door and rubber seal.
Add detergent and care productDose according to:
amount of washing, soiling, water hardness (available from your water utility company) andmanufacturer’s instructions.
For models without insert for liquid detergent:Pour liquid detergent into corresponding dispenser and place in drum.
Caution when opening the detergent drawer while the appliance is running!
Before using your washing machine for the first timewash once without any washing. Page 6
Setting programmes 1
2
Washing
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water. Prevents blockage of the overflow.
Detergent drawers with dispensers I, II,
Fascia
Door handle
Emergency lock release
Door
Additional functions and option buttons Individual settings, Page 5
Washing
End of programme when ...... - - is indicated on the display panel.
Terminating the programmeFor programmes at high temperature:
– Cool washing: select Rinse.
– Select Start/Pause.
For programmes at low temperature:
– Select Spin or Drain.
– Select Start/Pause.
Change programme if ...... you have mistakenly selected a wrong programme:
– Reselect programme.
– Select Start/Pause.The new programme starts from the beginning.
Cancel Programme– Select Start/Pause.
– If required, top up washing (do not leave door open for a long time – water from the washing could run out of the open door).
– Select Start/Pause.
If the Option buttons are touched for longer, the selected options will run automatically!
3
Switching off
Turn the programme selector to Off.
Turn off tapNot required for Aqua-Stop models.
Information, Installation Instructions
Remove the washingOpen washing machine door and remove washing.
If (rinse stop = without final spin) active: Set programme selector to Drain or Spin. Select Start/Pause.
– Remove any foreign objects – risk of rusting.
– Leave detergent drawer and door open so that residual water can evaporate.
Programme selector for switching the machine on and off and for selecting the programme. Can be rotated in either direction.
Detergent-solution pump
Drainage hose
5 6
Important information Before using your washing machine for the first time
Do not put any washing in the washing machine! Turn the tap on. Pour into dispenser II:– Approx. 1 litre water.– Detergent (dosage according to manufacturer’s instructions for light soiling and according to degree of water
hardness).– Set programme selector to Easy-Care 60 °C and select Start/Pause.
At the end of the programme set the programme selector to Off.
Protecting the washing and the machine
– When dosing all detergents, cleaning aids and cleaning agents, always follow the manufacturer's instructions.– Empty pockets.– Remove metal parts (paper clips, etc.).– Wash delicates in the net/bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).– Close zips, button up covers.– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.– Remove curtain fittings or include in the net/bag.
Insert laundry
Insert large and small items of washing!Do not jam items of washing between the washing machine door and rubber seal.
Washing with different degrees of soiling
Wash new items separately.
Light Do not prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Eco+ additional function.
Heavy Load less washing. Select programme with Prewash.
If required, pretreat stains. Select Eco+ additional function.
Soaking Load washing of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into dispenser II according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Set programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and select Start/Pause. After approx. 10 minutes select Start/Pause to stop the programme.
After the required soaking time reselect Start/Pause if the programme is to be continued or change the programme.
Starching Washing should not be treated with fabric softener.
Liquid starch can be used in all wash programmes. Pour starch into the fabric softener dispenser according to manufacturer’s specifications (if required clean beforehand).
Dyeing/Bleaching
Dye in household quantities only. Salt may attack stainless steel! Observe specifications of the dye manufacturer! Do not bleach washing in the washing machine!
Emergency release e.g. if power failure occurs
The programme continues running when the power supply is restored. If the washing is still to be removed, the door can be opened as described below:
Risk of scalding!Detergent solution and washing may be hot. If required, leave to cool down. Do not reach into the drum in case it is still rotating. Do not open the door if you can still see water through the glass.
1. Set programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.2. Removing base strip see separate installation instructions.3. Drain the water. Page 104. Pull down emergency release with a tool and release.
Door can then be opened.5. Attaching base strip see separate installation instructions.
Individual settingsOption buttons
You can change the spin speed and temperature beforehand and while the selected programme is running. Effects dependent on the programme progress.
Temp.°C
You can change the indicated washing temperature. The maximum washing temperature which can be selected depends on the set programme.
(rpm=Spin speed, revolutions per minute)/ (Rinse stop = without final spin)
You can change the indicated spin speed or select (rinse stop = without final spin cycle, washing remains in the water after the last rinse cycle). The selectable maximum spin speed depends on the model and the selected programme.
Ready in
The respective programme duration is displayed by selecting the programme. The programme start can be delayed before the programme begins. The (Ready in) time can be set in hour steps up to maximum 24h.Keep pressing the (Ready in) button until the required number of hours is indicated (h=hour). Select Start/Pause. Settings cannot be made when the programme has started.
Additional functions Overview of programmes, Page 7
Eco+ Energy-optimised washing by reducing the temperature while achieving a consistent washing result.
The washing temperature is lower than the selected temperature. For special hygiene requirements, the Allergy+ programme is recommended.
Prewash For heavily soiled washing. Prewash at 30 °C.
Reduced Ironing Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin at reduced spin speed. Residual moisture of the washing slightly increased.
Aqua Plus Increased water level. Additional rinse cycle. Longer programme duration. For areas with very soft water or for further improvement of the rinsing result.
Start/Pause
For starting or interrupting the programme.
Signal
2. Set volume for ...
set to 1 step to right select andhold
+ 1 step to right
set to direct
... Button signals ... Information
set volume * 1 step to right set volume ** If required, select repeatedly
1. Activate setting mode for signal volume
release
7
Overv
iew
of
pro
gra
mm
es
Ob
serv
e ta
ble
of c
onsu
mp
tion
valu
es o
n P
age
8 a
nd in
stru
ctio
ns o
n P
age
6!
The
pro
gra
mm
es a
re ti
me-
cont
rolle
d fo
r lig
htly
soi
led
text
iles.
If te
xtile
s ar
e he
avily
soi
led
, red
uce
the
load
or
sele
ct a
dd
ition
al fu
nctio
n, e
.g.
Eco
+.
Whe
n w
ashi
ng a
t max
imum
load
usi
ng p
rog
ram
mes
mar
ked
with
*, a
lway
s se
lect
E
co+
ad
diti
onal
func
tion.
Irre
spec
tive
of th
e ty
pe
of w
ashi
ng,
Eas
y-C
are
40 °
C a
t max
. se
lect
able
sp
in s
pee
d is
bes
t sui
ted
as
a sh
ort
pro
gra
mm
e.P
rog
ram
mes
with
out P
rew
ash
– p
our
det
erg
ent i
nto
dis
pen
ser
II, p
rog
ram
mes
with
Pre
was
h –
div
ide
det
erg
ent b
etw
een
dis
pen
sers
I an
d II
.
Pro
gra
mm
es°C
max
.Ty
pe
of
was
hin
gA
dd
ito
nal
fu
nct
ion
s; in
form
atio
n
Co
tto
ns
– 9
0 °
C
7 k
g *
Har
d-w
eari
ng te
xtile
s, h
eat-r
esis
tant
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton
or li
nen
Eco
+,
Pre
was
h,
Red
uce
d Ir
on
ing
,Aq
ua
Plu
sC
ott
on
s –
60
°C
Alle
rgy+
– 6
0 °
C
Eco
+,
Pre
was
h,
Red
uce
d Ir
on
ing
,Aq
ua
Plu
sE
spec
ially
sui
tab
le fo
r inc
reas
ed h
ygie
nic
dem
and
s or
par
ticul
arly
sen
sitiv
e sk
in
on a
ccou
nt o
f pro
long
ed w
ashi
ng a
t a d
efin
ed te
mp
erat
ure,
with
a h
ighe
r w
ater
le
vel a
nd lo
nger
rin
sing
cyc
le
Po
wer
Was
h –
60
°C
5 k
gH
ard
wea
ring
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton
or b
lend
ed fa
bri
csT
ime-
cont
rolle
d p
rog
ram
me,
sho
rt p
rog
ram
me
for
norm
ally
soi
led
was
hing
Eas
y-C
are
– 6
0 °
C
3.5
kg
*
Eas
y-ca
re te
xtile
s m
ade
of c
otto
n, li
nen,
syn
thet
ic fi
bre
s or
b
lend
ed fa
bri
csE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
Mix
ed L
oad
– 4
0 °
CT
extil
es m
ade
of c
otto
n or
eas
y-ca
re te
xtile
sE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
Diff
eren
t typ
es o
f was
hing
can
be
was
hed
tog
ethe
r
Dar
k W
ash
– 4
0 °
CD
ark
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton
and
dar
k ea
sy-c
are
text
iles
Eco
+,
Pre
was
h,
Red
uce
d Ir
on
ing
,Aq
ua
Plu
sR
educ
ed r
inse
and
fina
l sp
in c
ycle
Del
icat
es/S
ilk –
40
°C
2 k
g
For
del
icat
e, w
asha
ble
text
iles,
e.g
. mad
e of
silk
, sat
in,
synt
hetic
fib
res
or b
lend
ed fa
bri
csE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
No
spin
cyc
le b
etw
een
the
rins
e cy
cles
Sp
ort
swea
r –
40
°C
Tex
tiles
for
outd
oor
wea
rE
co+
,P
rew
ash
,R
edu
ced
Iro
nin
g,A
qu
a P
lus
Wo
ol
– 4
0 °
CH
and
or
mac
hine
-was
hab
le w
ool o
r ri
ch-w
ool t
extil
esE
spec
ially
gen
tle w
ash
pro
gra
mm
e to
pre
vent
shr
inka
ge,
long
er p
rog
ram
me
pau
ses
(tex
tiles
res
t in
was
h liq
uor)
Su
per
Qu
ick
– 4
0 °
CE
asy-
care
text
iles
mad
e of
cot
ton,
line
n, s
ynth
etic
fib
res
or
ble
nded
fab
rics
Sho
rt p
rog
ram
me
app
rox.
15
min
utes
, su
itab
le fo
r lig
htly
soi
led
was
hing
Ad
dit
ion
al
pro
gra
mm
esR
inse
,S
pin
,D
rain
94
01
/ 9
00
09
58
47
1
*958471*
WIS
28
44
1G
B
Rob
ert B
osch
Hau
sger
äte
Gm
bH
Car
l-Wer
y-S
tr. 3
4
81
73
9 M
ünch
en/D
euts
chla
nd
8
Safety instructions– Read and follow the operating and installation instructions and all other information enclosed with the washing
machine.
– Retain documents for subsequent use.
Risk of electric shock – Never pull out the mains plug by tugging the power cord!
– Insert/pull out the mains plug with dry hands only.
Danger to life On redundant appliances:
– Pull out the mains plug!
– Sever the power cord and discard together with the plug.
– Destroy the lock on the washing-machine door. This will prevent children from locking themselves in and suffocating.
Risk of suffocation – Keep packaging, plastic film and packaging parts out of the reach of children.
Risk of poisioning – Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children.
Risk of explosion – Caused by detergents containing solvents, e.g. stain remover/items of washing pretreated with solvent naphtha may result in an explosion after being loaded into the washing machine.Before hand thoroughly rinse items of washing by hand.
Risk of injury – Washing machine door may become very hot.
– Caution when draining hot detergent solution.
– Do not climb on the washing machine.
– Do not lean on the open washing machine door.
– Do not reach into the drum in case it is still rotating.
Consumption values
ProgrammeAdditonal function
Load Current** Water**Programme duration**
Cottons 20 °C - 7 kg 0,21 kWh 77 l 1 h
Cottons 40 °C* Eco+ 7 kg 0,78 kWh 77 l 2 h
Cottons 60 °C - 7 kg 1,30 kWh 77 l 1 h
Cottons 90 °C - 7 kg 2,26 kWh 90 l 2 h
Easy-Care 40 °C* Eco+ 3,5 kg 0,58 kWh 57 l 1 h
Delicates/Silk 30 °C - 2 kg 0,17 kWh 30 l h
Wool 30 °C - 2 kg 0,20 kWh 40 l h
* Programme setting for test according to currently valid European standard 60456.Information about comparability tests:
To test the test programmes, wash indicated load, with Eco+ additional function and at maximum selectable spin speed.
ProgrammeAdditonal function
LoadAnnual energy consumption
Annual water consumption
Cottons Eco+** 7/3.5 kg 220 kWh 11000 l
** Programme setting for testing and energy labelling according to directive 2010/30/EU with cold water (15 °C).***The values may deviate from the stated values depending on water pressure and hardness, room temperature, type and
amount of laundry, detergents used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected additional functions.
9
Insert for liquid detergent depending on model
Position insert for dosing liquid detergent:
– Completely remove detergent drawer. Page 10
– Push insert forwards.
Do not use insert (push upwards):
– For gel-like detergents and washing powders,
– For programmes with Prewash or (Ready in) option.
CareMachine housing, control panel
– Remove detergent residue immediately.
– Wipe with a soft, damp cloth.
– Do not clean the appliance with a water jet.
Clean the detergent drawer ...
... if it contains detergent or fabric softener residue.
1. Pull out, depress insert, take out drawer all the way.
2. Take out insert: using your finger, press insert upwards.
3. Clean detergent dispenser and insert with water and a brush and dry.
4. Attach insert and lock into position (push cylinder onto guide pin).
5. Slide in the detergent dispenser.
Leave detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
Drum
Leave washing machine door open so that the drum can dry out.
Use chlorine-free cleaning agent, not steel wool.
Descaling No washing in the machine!
Not required if detergent dosed correctly. However, if this does occur, follow the instructions of the descaling agent manufacturer. Suitable descalers can be purchased on our website or from customer service.
Information on the display panel depending on model
: Close the washing machine door properly; washing may be caught.
: , Turn on tap fully, supply hose kinked/jammed; clean filter Page 10, water pressure too low.
: Drain pump blocked; clean drain pump. Page 10 Drainage hose/outlet pipe blocked; clean drainage hose on the siphon. Page 10
: Water in the base pan, appliance leaking. Call customer service!
: , , Motor fault. Call customer service. Installation Instructions
Other displays Switch off appliance, wait 5 seconds and switch on again. If the display is indicated again, call customer service. Installation Instructions
– Risk of electric shock! Pull out the mains plug!
– Risk of explosion! No solvents!
10
MaintenanceDetergent-solution pump
Set programme selector to Off , pull out the mains plug.
1. Take the drainage hose out of the holder. Remove sealing cap, allow detergent solution to flow out. Put the closing cap back on the hose.
2. Carefully unscrew the pump cover (residual water).
3. Clean the interior, pump cover thread and pump housing (fan impeller in the detergent-solution pump must rotate).
4. Reinsert and screw on pump cover. Handle is upright. Insert the drain hose into the holder.
To prevent unused detergent from flowing into the outlet during the next wash: Pour 1 litre of water into dispenser II and start the Drain programme.
Drainage hose on the siphonSet programme selector to Off, pull out the mains plug.
1. Loosen hose clip, carefully remove drainage hose (residual water).
2. Clean drainage hose and siphon spigot.
3. Re-attach drainage hose and secure connection point with hose clip.
Filter in the water inlet hoseRisk of electric shock!Do not immerse Aqua-Stop safety device in water (contains electric valve).
Release water pressure in the supply hose:
1. Turn off the tap!
2. Select any programme (except Spin/ Drain).
3. Select Start/Pause. Leave programme for approx. 40 seconds.
4. Turn the programme selector to Off. Pull out the mains plug.
Clean the filter:
5. Disconnect the hose from the water tap.Clean filter with small brush.
and/or for standard and Aqua-Secure models:
remove hose from the rear of the appliance,
take out filter with pliers and clean.
6. Connect the hose and check for leaks.
Risk of scalding!– Allow detergent solution to cool down!
– Turn off the tap!
11
What to do if …
Water is running out. – Correctly attach/replace drainage hose.– Tighten screw-fitting on the supply hose.
Water not flowing in. Detergent not washed in.
– Start/Pause not selected?– Tap not open?– Filter blocked? Clean the filter. Page 10– Supply hose kinked or jammed?
Washing-machine door cannot be opened.
– Safety function active. Stop programme? Page 4– (rinse stop = without final spin) selected? Page 3, 4– Can be opened via emergency release only? Page 6
Programme does not start. – Start/Pause or (Ready in) time selected?– Door closed?
Detergent solution is not drained. – (rinse stop = without final spin) selected? Page 3, 4– Clean the drain pump. Page 10– Clean outlet pipe and/or drainage hose.
Water not visible in the drum. – Not a fault – water below the visible area.
Spin result not satisfactory, washing wet/too damp.
– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system has stopped the spin cycle, washing unevenly distributed.Distribute small and large items of washing in the drum.
– Reduced Ironing selected? Page 5– Too low speed selected? Page 5
The programme duration changes during the wash cycle.
– Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the particular wash process. This may result in changes to the programme duration in the display field.
Spin cycle actuated several times.
– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbalance.
Residual water in the dispenser for care product .
– Not a fault – effect of the care product not impaired.– If required, clean insert. Page 9
Odour formation in the washing machine.
– Run Cottons 90 °C programme without washing. Use standard detergent.
Foam is coming out of the detergent drawer.
– Too much detergent used?Mix 1 tablespoon of fabric softener with ½ litre of water and pour into dispenser II(not for outdoor, sports and down-filled textiles!).
– Reduce detergent dosage for the next wash cycle.
Loud noise formation, vibrations and “Wandering” during spin cycle.
– Appliance feet fixed? Secure appliance feet. Installation Instructions– Transportation protection devices removed?
Remove transportation protection devices. Installation Instructions
Noises during spin and drain cycles.
– Clean the drain pump. Page 10
Display panel/indicator lights do not function while the appliance is running.
– Power failure?– Fuse tripped? Switch on/replace fuse.– If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer service.
The programme takes longer than usual.
– Not a fault – unbalanced load detection system adjusts imbalance by repeatedly distributing the washing.
– Not a fault – foam detection system active – a rinse cycle is switched on.
Detergent residue on the washing.
– Occasionally phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue.– Select Rinse or brush the laundry after washing.
In the pause status Start/Pause flashes very
quickly and a signal sounds.
– Water level too high. Washing cannot be reloaded. Immediately close washing machine door.
– Select Start/Pause to continue the programme.
If a fault cannot be rectified (switching the machine on and off) or a repair is required:
– Set programme selector to Off and pull out the mains plug.– Turn off the tap and call customer service. Installation Instructions
en operating instructions
Washing machineWIS28441GB
Observe the safety instructions on page 8
Read these instructions and the separate installation instructions before
operating the washing machine